A calorie is a calorie, right? Not so fast. Yes, it matters how many calories you consume. The quantity is the biggest factor controlling weight status. It’s like the Goldilocks for diets. Eat too much, you gain weight…. Read More

In honor of national whole grains month, we’re celebrating all things whole grain. What is a whole grain anyway? A whole grain is made up of all the components of the grain: germ + endosperm + bran. A… Read More

Life Insurance provides a cash payment to the beneficiaries when the policy owner dies. Benefits paid to a beneficiary are not subject to federal income taxation. Term life insurance is the most basic type of life insurance and… Read More

Protecting your family is important, but you also need to avoid spending extra money on insurance that is needed for other purposes. The key is to find the right balance. The amount needed depends on your situation and… Read More

A good credit score tells a lender that you are likely to pay a loan as agreed. Borrowers who are perceived as less risky score the best rates on loans. The way to build a good credit history… Read More

Whether you’re saving for an automobile purchase, a special vacation, a new home, or retirement — a little planning and budgeting can turn a fuzzy dream into a reality. Use a step-by-step planning approach, take actions to reach… Read More

A fiduciary is someone who has a legal obligation to put a client’s interest ahead of their own. A financial professional with a fiduciary obligation must recommend investment products that are in your best interest. Some financial professionals… Read More

Question: Is it possible to eat healthy at a BBQ? What are the best choices? Answer: Of course it is! In this guide you’ll find that healthy eating at a BBQ is easier than you think. With summer comes beautiful sunshine… Read More

What is the best time to exercise? The morning? Or the evening? Is one better than the other? The best time to exercise is the time you can fit it in and will stick with it consistently. Consistency is… Read More

Hello residents of Hillsborough County! Welcome to our new blog, where you can subscribe for articles and research written by our local UF faculty and agents about: nutrition and wellness personal finance parenting and family skills and much… Read More